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Zucchini Caviar
Кабачковая икра
Russian zucchini and carrot spread
Wine & oil daysPrep 20 minCook 1 hServes 8
When to eat it. Made with oil. Keep it for days when wine and oil are allowed, like weekends in Lent and most of the Nativity Fast.
Ingredients
Method
- Fry the onions and carrots in half the oil.
- Add the zucchini and the rest of the oil and cook covered 30 minutes until very soft.
- Add the tomato paste and cook uncovered 20 minutes until thick.
- Blend with the garlic and vinegar and season. Serve cold on bread.
Tip. A Soviet-era classic that every Russian grandmother makes.
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